Mayor’s Foreword

It is with great excitement that I introduce the City of Launceston’s Public Art Strategy.

Arts, culture and heritage are part of the DNA of our Launceston. Our City is well-known for its rich cultural heritage, which continues to evolve and find new ways to express itself. And public art can play a vital role in creating a sense of place within the community and sharing our unique stories. This Strategy is an imperative step in acknowledging the importance of public art in creating a culturally vital city.

The development of the Strategy was informed by significant community engagement. I would like to thank members of the community and Council officers who have generously contributed to this Strategy throughout the process.

This Strategy will create conditions for public art to flourish in Launceston and pave the way for improved cultural, social, environmental and economic outcomes and I look forward to collaborating further with our community to implement the actions of this Strategy.

I am genuinely excited by the opportunities and possibilities as we continue to build Launceston as a culturally vital and welcoming City.

Danny Gibson Mayor